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Show Volume XV Issue XXIV The Ogden Valley news Page 11 December 1, 2008 Adventures of a Massage Long Term Health Care Provider Eileen Therapist—The benefits of massage Burke Launches Health Resolutions, LLC gent house call service to for symptoms of anxiety and depression The goal and effect of massage is to move the body’s response away from “fight or My first experience receiving therapeu- flight” to “rest and recover.” The benefits of massage occur because tic massage was fourteen years ago at the suggestion of my brother Jeff. He said to the nervous system is in every tissue and me, “Try everything; it can’t hurt.” So, organ of the body. dr. Tiffany Field, director I walked into the wellness center search- of the Touch Research Institute (TRI) at the University of Miami ing for a lifeline to School of Medicine, help me climb out of Michelle Scott-Cunninghame, owner a downward spiraling of Free Spirit Massage & Body Therapies has conducted hundepression. I showed offers the following massages in her Eden dreds of studies on the positive effects of up for my first massage studio: massage. Research appointment feeling Classic Swedish Aromatherapy shows that while too low to be terrified, excited, or to feel any Massage: A classic therapeutic massage massage allows overemotion. I had never that includes the use of aromatherapy oils. worked muscles to thought about getting Gentle, relaxing massage techniques are relax, which increases any kind of bodywork used to soothe tired muscles, relieve ten- circulation in tissues, sion, enhance circulation, and calm the joints, and ligaments done. What did I have in need of recuperato lose? little did I mind. tion, the nerve endknow when I walked Deep Tissue: A slower, stronger masings are sending powin that day that by the time I left, I would be sage. Releases chronic patterns of tension erful signals to the planning how to quit in deeper layers of muscle tissue, improving brain. The result is blood and oxygen circulation. a chemical balancing my job in sales, move act that some liken to to a ski resort in little Hot Rock Therapy: Smooth, warm Cottonwood Canyon, basalt stones are used along with a blend the effects of the antidepressant Prozac. and to start massage of sage, cedar, and sweet grass infused therapy school that in warm oil to enhance a therapeutic mas- Further studies from TRI have concluded fall. sage. that the stress horI walked away that Aroma Reflexology Therapy: Pressure mone cortisol is lower day after receiving my first massage feeling is applied to various parts of the feet and post massage, and the as though I had a new hands which correspond to vital systems feel-good hormones arsenal of resources of the body. Increases circulation, releas- serotonin and dopamine are on the rise. in bodywork, and the es blocked energy, and relieves stress. Anxiety and depresartists who call themRaindrop Therapy: Ten pharmaceutical sion can be eased by selves body workers helped to light a flame grade essential oils are dropped along the the surge of these for me on the path spine in sequential order along with a full mood-elevating horwhen I couldn’t do body massage. This is excellent for boost- mones. The wonderful this for myself. To ing the immune system, releasing muscle spasms, and reducing inflammation. thing about bodywork the safety and warmth is that there are so of the space that was created, and the pure intention of my thera- many options to choose from. let your pist that day, I give thanks and continue to therapist know what your body is going through at the time, and s/he will be able to be inspired. I know that massage and bodywork are assess which type of therapy can best help not a cure-all for depression and anxiety in you. Whether it’s a nurturing therapeutic every case, nor is it a substitute for other massage, a soothing and restorative yoga interventions. But, what I do know, the session, or a walk in nature, all of these profound experience that I had that day can help us get into our bodies and in touch guided my discovery of the benefits of with our own unique intuition, allowing us massage therapy and bodywork—includ- to be creators of our own health and welling acupuncture and yoga—in combating being. Michelle is currently offering a 10% stress in my own life. Stress is a mess! It is one of the most harmful influences on our discount on gift certificates for the holiday health. When stress occurs in our body, we season. For more information, contact Michelle go into a “fight or flight” mode that elevates our blood pressure, slows our digestion, and at freespirit313@hotmail.com or 673-7977. lowers our immunity to colds and disease. the Ogden community. The new Ogden Valley area house call service will begin in late december and offer a convenient way to be seen by a medical provider, have a full exam as well as administer prescription medication on-site for illness or Eileen Burke injury. This unique service gives the patient the comfort of remaining in their own home saving time and eliminating undue stress and decreased exposure to other potential health risks. Patients will have the ability to schedule an appointment with possible same day service. Eileen started her career as a Paramedic Firefighter working with NASA at Kennedy Space Center. She soon became a Registered Nurse working in various areas of healthcare, eventually evolving to a Flight Nurse in Utah. She has always been proactive in community and volunteer endeavors, and views the ability to help heal a very comforting place and attributes the ability to connect with patients for the person she is today. Eileen will be hosting a “meet and greet” at the Weber County Ogden Valley branch library in Huntsville on Monday, december 8 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. For more information on Health Resolutions, llC, please contact Eileen Burke with Health Resolutions, llC at eburke@healthresolutionsllc.com, 435-6476209 or www.healthresolutionsllc.com or Christa Graff, Graff Public Relations, llC at 435-640-7921 or <christa@graffpr.com> By Michelle Scott-Cunninghame Realizing a crucial lack of educated interaction between ailing patients and the medical establishment, long-term health care provider Eileen Burke, a practicing Physician Assistant providing medical care to patients of all ages, launched Health Resolutions to provide muchneeded medical consulting, patient advocacy, and support to patients, family, and friends. “After being seriously injured while working as a Flight Nurse/Paramedic, I experienced the desperateness so many others suffer during hospitalization and recovery,” Eileen says. “I realized life can change in an instant, and it is difficult enough to make decisions while knowledgeable in the medical field, but extremely stressful for the layperson.” Health Resolutions was launched to bridge the gap between provider and patient. Many find themselves overwhelmed by the daunting task of sickness or injuries while also confronting the emotional side of being the caregiver. “Our goal,” says Eileen, “is to calm the chaos by acting as a medical liaison, empowering the patient and their loved ones with information regarding their own care. We can help explain a harried physician’s brief bit of ‘medicalspeak’ and filter through the enormous amount of information on the internet to help clients review prescriptions, interpret test results, and prepare for doctor visits. We will empower you with a voice in your care through education, direction, and solutions,” says Burke. In addition to launching Health Resolutions, llC for all patients in need, Burke, being new to the Ogden area, hopes to bring a personal touch back to medicine by offering a non-emer- WaSTEWaTER cont. from page 1 wastewater. Pumps are connected to the membranes and vacuum water through the hollow tube membranes leaving solids larger than 0.4 microns on the outside of the membranes. Filtered water or permeate on the inside of the membrane tubes is pulled upward through the membranes into a common permeate collection pipe, disinfected with ultraviolet light and released to a storage cell. As the bacteria grow in the biological reactors it becomes necessary to remove some of the resulting biomass. The biomass is pumped to a dewatering unit that removes about 20% of the water. This process makes the biomass turn into a thick gelatin like consistency which can be taken to the landfill for disposal at the rate of about one dump truck per week. The Wolf Creek Sewer Improvement district was successful in obtaining a $5 million bond from the State of Utah to build this advanced facility. The loan will be paid back over a twenty year period from funds generated from hookup charges on new property purchases and from monthly charges to home owners within the confines of the Sewer district. your board is committed to minimizing monthly charges to existing home owners. This state-of-the-art facility is a tangible asset that all customers of the Wolf Creek Sewer Improvement district can be proud of. Next spring there will be an open house for all interested in visiting this remarkable facility. VaNDaLISM cont. from page 1 sons responsible for the vandalism and safety of our town. theft of this new sign. If you have any Huntsville Town is offering a $100 information, please call (801) 745-3420 reward for information leading to the and leave a message. arrest and conviction of the person or per- Therapeutic Massage Deep Tissue Sports Massage Michelle Scott lMT, NCTMB 801-673-7977 Eden, Utah 801-745-4000 2555 WOLF CREEK DR. 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